Playa del Carmen is located in the center of Mexico's Riviera Maya, at the Yucatan Peninsula. It is a small town still maintaining some of its charms of its former existence as a fishing village. Playa del Carmen is known for its beautiful white sand beaches surrounded by the warm, turquoise waters of the Caribbean. This location is also close to the fascinating Mayan ruins like Tulum, Coba, Chichen Itza and Chaak tun Cave. Playa del Carmen is only 45 min. away from Cancun and a one-hour ferry away from Cozumel Island. Those with an interest in snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, kitesurfing or just relaxing on the beach will find the area especially wonderful.

Dive right into your experience in Playa del Carmen with our Spanish and Diving courses. Allow yourself to be submerged in the Caribbean Sea and enjoy one of the best places in world to scuba dive or snorkel. On a dive you can catch a glimpse of local aquatic life, observe the striking white sponges and colorful coral, and even explore the "cenote" caverns. Included in the program are 15 private Spanish lessons held in the afternoon and 8 dives total (2 per day over 4 days.)

Participants: Mostly European, US/Canada and Australian ages 20-35.

Other: An open water certification and health certificate from your physician are required.

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